Protecting Your Business

Today, we get to talk about the most contested and controversial type of employment contracts: Non-Compete Agreements! Let’s dive right in! What is a Non-Compete Agreement? Non-Compete Agreements (also called restrictive covenants, CNC, and non-solicitations) are contracts where an employee...

The short answer is: Yes, at least in most states. However, there are plenty of things you should be thinking about when terminating an employee, especially one who has been with your company for a long time. Let’s dig into...

Hello there! So, you’d like to write a contract? That’s GREAT! I’ve been writing contracts since 2012 as a business lawyer, and contract drafting is a lot of fun (for me, at least). I should say, though, that contract language...

The short answer is: YES! Typically, non-compete agreements work in Georgia if they’re limited geographically (to about a 10-mile radius) and in time (2 years or less), but there’s a great deal of variance and nuance when it comes to...

Privacy Policies are difficult to write because Privacy Law is rapidly changing in just about every jurisdiction. Each state has its own privacy laws, and the feds do, too. I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but there’s also a huge...

Just like regular divorces, sadly most business partnerships end up in divorce. Knowing how to get through such a phase (beforehand) can help you (and the business) be set up for success!  What is Business Divorce?  Simply put, a business...

In today’s digital age, social media has become a powerful tool for self-expression, communication, and even conflict resolution. However, when it comes to legal agreements, particularly non-disparagement clauses, what you post online could have serious repercussions. Whether you’re navigating a...

As we enter into a month of celebration and reflection for small businesses, it is also a great time to confirm you are doing all you can to run a protected, successful business. Are your business documents up to date?...

The first step in executing any good employment contract is to be the drafter. If you draft it, it’ll be favorable to you! There are some employment laws out there that stack the deck against employers, but writing the contracts...

What is the Difference Between an Amateur and a Professional? The definition of an amateur is a person considered contemptibly inept at a given activity. The definition of a professional is a competent, skillful and assured human being. So, I...